UPDATE: Power restored, Denbigh High School will reopen Tuesday

Power was restored to Denbigh High School at about 3:30 p.m. Monday, according to a school official. Students are expected to return to school as scheduled Tuesday.

Monday, 11:30 a.m.:

A power outage at Denbigh High School resulted in a get-out-of-school free card for students Monday morning.

Lights and heat were out in all classrooms when school began at 7:20 a.m., said schools spokeswoman Michelle Price. Students were sent home at 10:30 a.m. after Virginia Dominion Power said the outage won't be repaired for several hours, she said.

Electricity wasn't affected in the main office, cafeteria, gym and library. Price said students remained in their classrooms until dismissal, and the lack of heating became an issue.

"Several students indicated they were cold, so the superintendent made the decision to let the school dismiss early," Price said.

Buses were called to transport students home, and all parents were notified thorough the phone system, she added.